Andean Pericote vs Marbled False Truffle
Phyllotis andium compared with Elaphomyces muricatus
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Andean Pericote | Marbled False Truffle |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia (Animals) | Fungi (Fungi) |
| Phylum | Chordata (Chordates) | Ascomycota (Sac Fungi) |
| Class | Mammalia (Mammals) | Eurotiomycetes (Eurotiomycetes) |
| Order | Rodentia (Rodents) | Eurotiales (Eurotiales) |
| Family | Cricetidae | Elaphomycetaceae |
| Genus | Phyllotis | Elaphomyces |
| Species | Phyllotis andium | Elaphomyces muricatus |
Conservation Status
Andean Pericote
LC — Least ConcernMarbled False Truffle
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Andean Pericote | Marbled False Truffle |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Andean Pericote
Habitat
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Range
Found in Ecuador.
Marbled False Truffle
Habitat
Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.
Range
Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States).
Andean Pericote
The Andean Pericote (Phyllotis andium) is a species in the genus Phyllotis. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Marbled False Truffle
No description available.
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